The ICO has issued helpful new guidance on subject access requests generated by artificial intelligence. Our clients are seeing more of these and the guidance makes a number of points and helpful recommendations. You can view it at https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/uk-gdpr-guidance-and-resources/subject-access-requests/subject-access-requests-generated-by-artificial-intelligence/.
Data Protection
Windows 10 security support ending October 2027
Microsoft has announced that they will not be extending Windows 10 ESL security support past October 2027. Whilst this is a long way off, it is a timely reminder to make plans for any Windows 10 computers that you are still using. Which? has a helpful article on the possibilities at https://www.which.co.uk/news/article/windows-10-is-losing-security-support-in-october-2027-aZV723o24RP9, although always check […]
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New resources to help share information when safeguarding children
The ICO has just launched a new video and practical resources to help staff share information confidently when safeguarding children and young people. This 10-step guide is aimed at everyone who is involved in safeguarding children, and is available at https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/uk-gdpr-guidance-and-resources/data-sharing/a-10-step-guide-to-sharing-information-to-safeguard-children/. A helpful video and additional resources can be found at https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/uk-gdpr-guidance-and-resources/data-sharing/a-10-step-guide-to-sharing-information-to-safeguard-children/sharing-information-to-safeguard-children-additional-resources/.
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New guidance on treating donors fairly
The Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIoF) has revised its guidance for those engaging with donors who may be in vulnerable circumstances. It reflects changes in good practice and legislation, including recent revisions to the Code of Fundraising Practice. It covers how to treat special category data, for example relating to health, including examples of how […]
IAPP Digital Risk Report 2026
The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) is a policy-neutral non-profit whose mission is to define, promote and improve the professions of privacy, artificial intelligence governance and digital responsibility globally. They offer accreditations that are globally recognised, including our own CIPM. They also publish many resources and this includes the annual Digital Risk Report. The […]